Definition for EU-PA-TOR'I-NA

EU-PA-TOR'I-NA, n.

A supposed alkaloid obtained from Eupatorium Cannabinum. It is a white powder having a peculiar sharp bitter taste, insoluble in water, but soluble in ether and alcohol. It combines with sulphuric acid, and the salt crystalizes in silky needles.

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